NHL Rankings, Expansion Talks, and Player Moves Shape the Upcoming Season
A look at the latest NHL statistical rankings, expansion possibilities in Texas and Quebec, and key player moves that are influencing rosters across the league.
Aug 3, 2026
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NHL Eyes $3.5 Billion Expansion Franchise in Texas
The league is considering a $3.5 billion expansion franchise that could land in Houston or Austin, with a $2 billion fee to be distributed to current clubs.
Aug 1, 2026
Jared McCann’s Uncertain Future Looms Over Kraken Ahead of Playoff Push
A season defined by injury and contract uncertainty, McCann’s recovery will influence the Kraken’s roster moves and playoff hopes.
Jul 25, 2026
Kraken Draft Picks Under Scrutiny
While the Seattle Kraken's draft record is largely praised, analyst Scott Wheeler flags two first‑round selections that may be overvalued, sparking debate ahead of the next season.
Jul 23, 2026
Phoenix Eyes NHL Return as Former Coyotes Star Joins Advisory Push
Maricopa County Supervisor Tom Galvin is spearheading a campaign to bring an NHL team back to Phoenix, enlisting former Coyote captain Shane Doan and his wife Andrea Doan to lead an advisory effort, while the league eyes stable ownership and a new arena.
Jul 10, 2026
NCAA Adopts Five‑Year Eligibility Model Amid Legal Challenge
The NCAA's latest eligibility change lets student‑athletes spread five seasons over a five‑year window, a shift that originated in hockey and now faces a court battle.
Jun 26, 2026
NCAA Approves Five‑Year Eligibility Model, Triggering Legal Challenge
The NCAA has adopted a five‑year eligibility framework that lets college athletes compete in five seasons, but the policy faces a lawsuit from a group of 2022 basketball players who claim unfair treatment.
Jun 26, 2026
NCAA’s ‘5-in-5’ Rule Could Redefine College Hockey Eligibility
The NCAA is considering a new eligibility framework that would limit student‑athletes to five years of competition, a change that could reshape roster planning, legal challenges, and the development pipeline for programs like Wisconsin men's hockey.
Jun 19, 2026
NCAA Opens Door for Junior Hockey Stint Before College
The NCAA has approved a rule change that will let prospective college hockey players spend a season in junior leagues before they enroll, a move that could alter the traditional pathway into the sport.
Jun 16, 2026
The 2026 PHATS/SPHEM Hockey Summit convenes on Marco Island
The annual PHATS/SPHEM Hockey Summit brings together equipment managers, trainers, and medical personnel for a six‑day event on Marco Island, Florida, featuring record vendor participation, mandatory NHL attendance, and a focus on injury prevention.
Jun 12, 2026
NHL’s Premier Hockey Summit Brings Together Equipment Managers, Trainers, and Medical Staff
A six‑day gathering on Marco Island, Florida, unites hockey’s key operational figures for education, certification updates, and safety discussions, with mandatory NHL attendance and a growing roster of vendors and league officials.
Jun 12, 2026
NHL’s Annual PHATS/SPHEM Hockey Summit Brings Key Staff Together in Marco Island
The summit, held on Marco Island, Florida, gathers over 700 professionals from the hockey world to share knowledge, update certifications and shape player safety standards.
Jun 12, 2026
USA Hockey Celebrates Record-Breaking Year at Denver Annual Meeting
At its annual gathering in Denver, USA Hockey underscored unprecedented growth, a historic triple‑gold sweep at the 2026 Games, and key board appointments.
Jun 10, 2026
NHLPA Seeks League Review of Mike Babcock’s Coaching Tenure
The players' union has asked the NHL to examine Mike Babcock’s brief stint with the Columbus Blue Jackets, raising questions about his future in the league.
Jun 10, 2026
NCAA’s Age Eligibility Rule Could Redefine Men’s College Hockey
The NCAA's latest eligibility proposal could reshape men's ice hockey, forcing players to weigh junior league experience against college careers, with a new age cap affecting dozens of Division I athletes.
Jun 8, 2026
NCAA Adjusts College Hockey Eligibility Rules to Extend Four-Year Clock for Older Players
The NCAA has accepted a counter‑proposal that preserves college hockey’s ecosystem while extending eligibility for older players.
Jun 6, 2026
NCAA Adjusts Age Eligibility Rules for College Hockey
The NCAA’s latest proposal shifts the eligibility timeline to start at enrollment or age 19, a compromise that could keep 20‑year‑old juniors in the college game.
Jun 6, 2026
NHL Considers Russia’s Return to the 2028 World Cup of Hockey Amid European Opposition
The NHL is exploring the possibility of letting Russia compete in the 2028 World Cup of Hockey, but strong resistance from European federations and player concerns over the Ukraine war complicate the plan.
Jun 5, 2026
NHL Eyes Return of Russian Stars to International Play Amid Political Tensions
The league and players' association are weighing a cautious reintegration of Russian athletes, navigating opposition from Finland, Sweden and Czechia while the International Ice Hockey Federation adopts an event‑by‑event approach.
Jun 3, 2026
NHL and NHLPA Push Back Against NCAA’s Proposed Five‑Year Eligibility Rule
The NHL and the NHL Players’ Association have voiced strong opposition to a NCAA proposal that would extend college eligibility to five years, citing hockey’s distinct junior‑to‑college pipeline.
Jun 3, 2026
NHL and NHLPA Reject NCAA’s Proposed Five‑Year Eligibility Rule
Commissioner Gary Bettman and the NHL Players’ Association have voiced strong opposition to a NCAA rule that would give college athletes five years of eligibility, citing concerns that the change would unfairly impact hockey players who often spend additional years in junior or prep school before enrolling.
Jun 3, 2026
NHL and NHLPA Push Back Against NCAA’s Proposed Five‑Year Eligibility Rule
The NHL and its players’ association have voiced strong opposition to a NCAA rule that would grant athletes five years of eligibility from high school graduation or age 19, citing hockey's unique development path and the potential for unfair competitive imbalances.
Jun 3, 2026
NHL and NHLPA Reject NCAA’s Five‑Year Eligibility Proposal
The NHL and the NHL Players’ Association have voiced strong opposition to a NCAA rule that would grant athletes five years of eligibility after high school graduation or turning 19, citing the sport’s unique junior and prep‑school pipeline.
Jun 3, 2026
NHL and NHLPA Reject NCAA’s Five‑Year Eligibility Proposal
The NCAA is contemplating a rule that would allow athletes to retain five years of eligibility starting from the moment they graduate from high school or turn 19, a move that could reshape college sports eligibility across the board. While the proposal is framed as a broader effort to accommodate students who need extra time to complete their degrees, the unique developmental trajectory of hockey has sparked particular concern among league officials.
Jun 3, 2026